DOWSIL™ EC-6601: An Innovative Adhesive for Electronic Protection and Connectivity

DOWSIL™ EC-6601 adhesive is a revolutionary electrically conductive product designed by Dow specifically for demanding electronic applications. This one-component silicone adhesive combines both electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as effective protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI), making it an ideal choice for a variety of industrial sectors.

Key features of DOWSIL™ EC-6601

The DOWSIL™ EC-6601 features several key technical characteristics that give it its outstanding performance:

Thermal and electrical conductivity: thanks to its unique formulation, this adhesive offers a thermal conductivity of 2.12 W/m*K and a volume resistivity of 2.7 x 10^-3 Ohm-cm. This ensures optimum heat dissipation and stable conductivity, essential for sensitive electronic applications.
Single-component crosslinkable at room temperature: DOWSIL™ EC-6601 cures easily at ambient conditions (with relative humidity between 30 and 80%), simplifying its application and speeding up the production process.
High elongation: with an elongation capacity in excess of 150%, this adhesive can accommodate movement or deformation without losing its conductive properties, which is essential for guaranteeing the durability of flexible connections and joints.
Shore A hardness of 80 and tensile strength of 1.61 MPa: These values ensure sufficient mechanical strength to withstand the mechanical stresses to which electronic assemblies may be subjected.

Versatile applications

DOWSIL™ EC-6601 is designed to meet very specific needs in the electronics industry, including the following areas:

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): By offering a shielding efficiency of 86 dB over a wide frequency range (from 1 kHz to 8.5 GHz), this adhesive is perfect for protection against electromagnetic interference. It is therefore ideal for applications requiring reliable protection against electromagnetic interference.
PCB grounding: Thanks to its stable electrical conductivity, it guarantees safe, durable connections between electronic components.
Electrical connections: DOWSIL™ EC-6601 is compatible with a wide range of substrates, enabling strong, long-lasting adhesion for electronic assemblies.
Electronic component protection: Whether for electronic boards, batteries or even enclosures, this adhesive offers long-term protection while ensuring excellent heat dissipation.

Technical advantages

The advantages of DOWSIL™ EC-6601 are numerous, making it particularly attractive to electronics professionals:

Ease of application: thanks to its room-temperature curing, this product is easy to apply without the need for specialized curing equipment.
Flexibility and durability: The adhesive creates flexible joints capable of withstanding deformation without compromising conductivity or mechanical strength.
Long-term performance: the conductive and mechanical properties of DOWSIL™ EC-6601 remain stable over time, ensuring lasting protection and performance for electronic applications.

Conclusion

DOWSIL™ EC-6601 represents a versatile, high-performance solution for the growing need for electrical and thermal conductivity in the electronics sector. Its ease of use, combined with its electromagnetic shielding performance and mechanical strength, makes it a preferred choice for the electronic component, battery and electronic board industries. For any application requiring effective protection against electromagnetic interference and optimum heat dissipation, this electrically conductive adhesive is a reliable and durable option.

Embrace DOWSIL™ EC-6601 for robust electrical connections and maximum electronic protection.

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	Designation	Capacity	Maximum thrust	Trigger ratio	Product viscosity	Weight
	MidiFlow™ Cartridge	Cartridge 310 ml 400 ml	1,5 kN	10:1	Low to medium	600 g
	PowerFlow™ Cartridge	Cartridge 310 ml 400 ml	2,5 kN	12:1	Medium to high	750 g